For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 682 students in 28690, NC.
The top ranked public high school in 28690, NC is Jimmy C Draughn High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 28690 have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28690, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28690 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jimmy C Draughn High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 28690, NC Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jimmy C Draughn High School
Magnet School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
709 Lovelady Road Ne
Valdese, NC 28690
(828) 879-4200
Valdese, NC 28690
(828) 879-4200
Grades: 9-12
| 682 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 28690, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 28690, NC include Jimmy C Draughn High School.
How many public high schools are located in 28690?
1 public high schools are located in 28690.
What is the racial composition of students in 28690?
28690 public high schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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